Alicia Teltz Highlights Common LinkedIn Missteps in Viral Post

In a recent LinkedIn post that has resonated with many users, Alicia Teltz shares a candid list of “15 Ways to get HATED on LinkedIn instantly.” Teltz, who is a proponent of creating authentic and valuable content, uses humor and directness to call out common practices that can alienate professional audiences on the platform. The post serves as a cautionary guide for individuals looking to build genuine connections and credibility online.

Teltz’s approach is to highlight what *not* to do, framing these actions as surefire ways to generate negative sentiment. She points out that while some tactics might seem like shortcuts to engagement, they often backfire, leading to user frustration and a damaged online reputation. One of the most relatable points made by Teltz is the critique of superficial engagement, stating:

“Comment “🔥🔥🔥” on every post”

This highlights a common observation where users leave generic, low-effort comments solely to increase their visibility without adding any real value to the conversation. Teltz suggests that such behavior is quickly recognized and often frowned upon by the wider LinkedIn community.

Critiquing Inauthentic Content Strategies

A significant portion of Teltz’s critique focuses on the tendency for some users to prioritize sensationalism or personal anecdotes over substantive business insights. She argues that leveraging personal life events for professional gain, especially when seemingly unrelated, can come across as disingenuous. Teltz points out the often-mocked phrase:

“Not sure who needs to hear this” (we really don’t)

According to Teltz, this phrase is frequently used to preface content that lacks a clear audience or purpose, essentially creating an unnecessary preamble. She also calls out the trend of dramatic, often unbelievable success stories:

“I turned $1 into $5M in 10 minutes, here’s how”

This type of content, Teltz implies, often serves as clickbait and erodes trust rather than building it. The underlying message is that authenticity and genuine value are paramount for long-term success on the platform.

The Pitfalls of Poor Engagement and Self-Promotion

Teltz doesn’t shy away from addressing how users handle engagement and self-promotion. She criticizes the practice of using vague calls to action followed by a lack of interaction:

“Curious to hear your thoughts” and then ghost the comments

This, in Teltz’s view, demonstrates a lack of commitment to fostering a community and engaging in meaningful dialogue. Furthermore, she touches upon the issues of using excuses for poor performance and excessive self-congratulation. Teltz’s post, while humorous, serves as a strong reminder for professionals to maintain a high standard of content quality, authenticity, and genuine engagement on LinkedIn.

Following the list, Teltz offers a solution for those who found the critique hitting close to home, promoting her upcoming free Masterclass designed to teach participants how to “craft bloody brilliant LinkedIn content.” The article concludes with an additional point (#16) that critiques using the mockery of others’ content as a lead generation tactic for webinars, further emphasizing her stance on ethical and valuable content creation.